We’re going to EIJ!

We’re delighted to be taking a contingent of Scouts & Explorers from Basingstoke East to the Essex International Jamboree (EIJ) in 2024. Our initial contingent is signed up and ready to go, however we are really pleased to be able to now accept some additional bookings.

A Jamboree is a camping experience like no other, and this one in particular brings together 10,000 local, national and international Scouts and Guides for a week of challenge, adventure and fun.  During the week, they take part in a wide range of activities and in the evenings there are lots of amazing things to take part in.

Being part of a Jamboree is an unforgettable experience, not only because of the array of activities, but also the opportunity to make new friends from all over the world, learn new skills and take on new challenges.

You can find out more about the Essex International Jamboree at www.eij.org.uk as well as joining the conversation on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

What is the Essex International Jamboree (EIJ)?

Put simply, it’s an enormous camp for Scouts and Guides from around the world; it lasts 1 week, but takes years to plan.  It’s a famous event in the Scout and Girlguiding world, and is renowned for being one of the best jamborees.

The event is held in a huge field every four years at Boyton Cross near Chelmsford, Essex, which is only 40 miles from London and it’s major transport hubs.

This 120-acre green field is transformed by 1,500 volunteers into a fully operational tented village.  By this we mean it has all the facilities you’d expect – water, showers, toilets, electrics, communications, food distribution, health and welfare services and even a beach!

On Saturday 27th July 2024, our Jamboree will open again to 10,000 Scouts and Guides from all over the world to camp together for a week of fun, discovery and adventure, embracing the spirit of Girlguiding and Scouting.

We have a varied and exciting selection of activities including a range of adventurous, creative and cultural activities following the Scout and Guide programme, as well as opportunities to meet new friends from around the world.

In the evening, the Jamboree becomes even more vibrant with lots of different entertainment venues and activities.

Essex International Jamboree promises to be an unforgettable experience, providing skills for life, building new friendships, and memories to last a lifetime.

Taken from eij.co.uk/about

Cost

The cost to attend this event is £495 which includes travel to/from the jamboree, event ticket, all meals on the event and a training/introductory weekend (20/21 April). We understand that this is a large amount of money so we have split this into a number of payments. Deposit of £150 to secure place is due by 20^th October. The remaining balance will then be paid over 5 monthly instalments of £69 starting on 1^st December.  This cost covers travel to and from the jamboree, event ticket and a training/introductory weekend (20/21 April).